Band of Brothers: Legacy

What it’s about

This documentary revisits the making of the acclaimed television series about Easy Company, a World War II paratrooper unit. New interviews with cast members Damian Lewis, Ron Livingston, and David Schwimmer, along with others involved, reflect on the experience of making the series. The film also draws on never-before-seen archival footage and photographs of Easy Company and the war. Its central concern is how the series helped keep alive the memory of the veterans and deepened public appreciation for their sacrifices.

What hooks you

Director Chase Millsap assembles the original actors alongside military veterans, including Dale Dye, to explore the series' lasting cultural resonance. Executive producers Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman lend their weight to a project that includes fresh interviews and rare archival material.

Who it’s for

It will appeal to those who value World War II history and the stories of the men who fought it. It will also interest viewers drawn to behind-the-scenes accounts of landmark television and the ways popular culture shapes collective memory.